Events on Tuesday, Aug 13th 2019
U.S. Social Security Services and other Federal Benefits
Tuesday 13th August 2019 8:00 AM
The U.S. Embassy in Nassau, The Bahamas, is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit in Santo Domingo, will visit Nassau to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
To schedule an appointment please see the instructions below.
Location: "American Corner" at the University of the Bahamas in Oakes Field
Dates: August 13-14, 2019---8:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:30pm
Appointments: Walk-in Services will be available – No appointment necessary, BE PREPARED TO WAIT
You may schedule an appointment by contacting the FBU Santo Domingo at 809-368-7011, Monday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Alternatively, sending an email to FBU.Santo.Domingo@ssa.gov. Please include on the Subject line “ATTN: BAHAMAS OUTREACH”.
WHAT TO BRING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY SERVICES (please bring legible copies of all documents to be submitted):
Applying for Social Security Benefits: Bring originals and copies of the following for all applicants: Birth Certificate, passport – if applying for auxiliary benefits or survivor’s benefits marriage and/or death certificates
SSA Proof of Life Study: In 2019, SSA mailed the questionnaire to beneficiaries receiving their own benefits whose social security number ended in 00-49 and beneficiaries over the age of 90. Please bring copy of your passport and a completed SSA-7162
Social Security Number Card Application: Bring a copy of your valid U.S. passport, Certificate of Birth Abroad or original birth certificate and completed form SS-5-FS.
Change of Address for Social Security: Bring your current passport.
Medicare Part B Enrollment/Cancellation: To enroll in Medicare, you should complete and sign this CMS-40Band to cancel your enrollment please complete and sign this CMS-2690
The best way to contact the Regional Federal Benefits Unit is by using their online form: https://do.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/fbu-inquiry-form/
To learn more about the services offered by the Regional Federal Benefits Unit visit:
https://do.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/services-we-provide/
The best way to reach the Regional Federal Benefits Unit is by email at FBU.SANTO.DOMINGO@SSA.GOV
We look forward to seeing you there!
Hack IT Bahamas 2019
Tuesday 13th August 2019 9:00 AM
WHAT IS HACK
Back for the sixth year, this transformative program will provide nearly 100 Bahamian public and private school students from over five islands with six days of hands-on STEM instruction. Focused on computer engineering and technology entrepreneurship, the camp will give each student an opportunity apply their knowledge to an issue of great social impact within the Caribbean and compete for a grand prize.
Asian Night, Treasure Sands Club
Tuesday 13th August 2019 12:00 PM
Join us for our fab Asian night on Tuesday evenings!
Reservations are encouraged.
Phone: 2423659385
Tuesday Opening Hours: 12–9:30pm
U.S. Social Security Services and other Federal Benefits
Tuesday 13th August 2019 1:00 PM
The U.S. Embassy in Nassau, The Bahamas, is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit in Santo Domingo, will visit Nassau to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
To schedule an appointment please see the instructions below.
Location: "American Corner" at the University of the Bahamas in Oakes Field
Dates: August 13-14, 2019---8:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:30pm
Appointments: Walk-in Services will be available – No appointment necessary, BE PREPARED TO WAIT
You may schedule an appointment by contacting the FBU Santo Domingo at 809-368-7011, Monday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Alternatively, sending an email to FBU.Santo.Domingo@ssa.gov. Please include on the Subject line “ATTN: BAHAMAS OUTREACH”.
WHAT TO BRING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY SERVICES (please bring legible copies of all documents to be submitted):
Applying for Social Security Benefits: Bring originals and copies of the following for all applicants: Birth Certificate, passport – if applying for auxiliary benefits or survivor’s benefits marriage and/or death certificates
SSA Proof of Life Study: In 2019, SSA mailed the questionnaire to beneficiaries receiving their own benefits whose social security number ended in 00-49 and beneficiaries over the age of 90. Please bring copy of your passport and a completed SSA-7162
Social Security Number Card Application: Bring a copy of your valid U.S. passport, Certificate of Birth Abroad or original birth certificate and completed form SS-5-FS.
Change of Address for Social Security: Bring your current passport.
Medicare Part B Enrollment/Cancellation: To enroll in Medicare, you should complete and sign this CMS-40Band to cancel your enrollment please complete and sign this CMS-2690
The best way to contact the Regional Federal Benefits Unit is by using their online form: https://do.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/fbu-inquiry-form/
To learn more about the services offered by the Regional Federal Benefits Unit visit:
https://do.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/services-we-provide/
The best way to reach the Regional Federal Benefits Unit is by email at FBU.SANTO.DOMINGO@SSA.GOV
We look forward to seeing you there!
Bahamian BBQ & bonfire, @ Coco’s on the beach
Tuesday 13th August 2019 6:00 PM
Don't miss our Authentic Bahamian Beach Bonfire on Tuesdays at Coco's on the beach, Treasure Cay Hotel Resort & Marina, Abaco Bahamas!
Time: 6pm-9pm
Authentic & delicious Italian cuisine at the Boat House Bistro
Tuesday 13th August 2019 6:00 PM
Join us every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at Abaco's only Italian restaurant for authentic & delicious Italian cuisine!
Location: The Boat House Bistro, Treasure Cay
Time: 6-9pm
"Island Spice" performing at the Ballyhoo Bar
Tuesday 13th August 2019 7:00 PM
Don't miss "Island Spice" performing every Tuesday night from 7pm until 10pm at the Ballyhoo Bar and Restaurant!
Steak night with specials along with wonderful seafood choices!